The Ultimate Toronto Quiz

Originally a meeting place for native-Americans, Toronto is now a diverse metropolis. Take in a ball game by day -- or visit the nearby waterfalls. There's a 700-acre zoo that the kids can really enjoy, and with thousands of restaurants to choose from, there's something for the whole family. Take our quiz to learn more about how Toronto works.

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Question 1 of 20

What does the word "toronto" mean?

garlic field

big water

meeting place

The Huron tribe referred to the area as "toronto," which is Huron for "meeting place."

Question 2 of 20

The United Nations declared the city of Toronto as what?

the safest place in the world

the most ethnically diverse place in the world

With residents originating from more than 100 countries, Toronto was declared the most ethnically diverse city in the world by the United Nations.

the cleanest place in the world

Question 3 of 20

How many people live in Toronto?

1.5 million

4.5 million

There are more than 4.5 million people living in and around Toronto.

8.5 million

Question 4 of 20

How many restaurants are there in Toronto?

2,000

4,500

7,000

With more than 7,000 places to chose from, Toronto is a culinary giant.

Question 5 of 20

Toronto is located along the shoreline of which Great Lake?

Lake Ontario

Toronto stretches along the northern shoreline of Lake Ontario for over 27 miles.

Lake Eerie

Lake Michigan

Question 6 of 20

What range of temperatures should you expect in Toronto during the summer?

50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit

60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit

75 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit

Not all of Canada is always cold. Expect hot and muggy summers in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 75 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit (24-38 C).

Question 7 of 20

What is the flat rate for a taxi from the airport to downtown Toronto?

$26

$46

Taxis charge a flat rate of $46 dollars to take you from Toronto Pearson International Airport to downtown Toronto.

$66

Question 8 of 20

What is the standard fare on the Toronto Transit?

$2.75

Regular fare on the Toronto Transit is $2.75, with discounts for children, students, and seniors.

$3.75

$4.75

Question 9 of 20

Which of these west-end Toronto parks is car free on Sundays?

High Park

High Park is one of the many beautiful attractions in Toronto. You can bike there on Sundays without worrying about cars; they're not welcome.

Hyde Park

Hide Park

Question 10 of 20

Which of these famous waterfalls is located just outside of Toronto?

Iguaçu Falls

Niagara Falls

If you're in Toronto, you must try to get to Niagara Falls -- one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world. Don't drive there on the weekends though, as the traffic is quite bad.

Victoria Falls

Question 11 of 20

What is Toronto's reputation regarding safety?

Toronto is considered very dangerous.

Toronto's crime rate is standard for large cities.

Toronto is one of the safest cities is the world.

As large cities go, Toronto is one of the safest in the world. If you're looking for a vacation spot where you don't have to worry about crime, Toronto should be at the top of your list.

Question 12 of 20

What is the name of Toronto's super-skyscraper?

Sears Tower

CN Tower

Toronto's CN Tower is one of the largest structures in the world, and can be seen from just about anywhere in the area.

Canton Tower

Question 13 of 20

How tall is the CN Tower?

815 feet tall

1,815 feet tall

The CN Tower stands 1,815 feet (553 meters) tall! You can enjoy an unparalleled view from the Sky Pod, on the 146th floor.

11,815 feet tall

Question 14 of 20

Where should you go to find the Hot & Spicy Food Festival?

Tommy Thompson Park

Harbourfront

The Hot & Spicy Food Festival is one of the many activities that take place annually at the Harbourfront -- a large, multicultural hot spot on the lakeshore.

The CN Tower

Question 15 of 20

Approximately how many animals are kept at the Toronto Zoo?

3,000

4,000

5,000

Toronto's 710-acre zoo is home to more than 5,000 animals. You can enjoy an entire day there.

Question 16 of 20

During which months is the African Lion Safari open?

November through February

March and April

May through October

If you're in Toronto between May and October you can enjoy the African Lion Safari, which features not only lions, but monkeys, giraffes, and many other animals as well.

Question 17 of 20

Toronto houses a hall of fame for which of these sports?

hockey

Hockey is a way of life in all of Canada, but especially in Toronto. At the Hockey Hall of Fame you can even see a virtual Wayne Gretzky.

boxing

rugby

Question 18 of 20

What is the name of Toronto's hockey team?

Maple Leafs

Toronto takes great pride in its hockey team: the Maple Leafs.

Canadiens

Raptors

Question 19 of 20

What is the name of Toronto's MLB team?

Cardinals

Orioles

Blue Jays

There are other sports in Toronto besides hockey. If you like baseball, you can enjoy a day at Roger's Center watching the Blue Jays.

Question 20 of 20

What sort of place is Casa Loma?

a theater

a castle

In 1911 Sir Henry Pallet began construction of a medieval-style European castle, which he called Casa Loma.